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Astraeus hygrometricus
The mushroom has two distinct parts. One of globular shape tears to release spores and other fleshy that opens in lacinias, forming a star, when the atmosphere is damp and favourable to the spread of spores. In this hydrated State, the earthstar can move like a crab or be driven with the wind.
Evergreen oak forest. Dehesa de Valdelatas
Camera Model: NIKON D300. Exposure Time: 1/60 sec.; f/22; ISO Speed Rating: 200. Exposure Bias: 0 EV. Focal Length: 90.0 mm. Flash fired
Spotted on Nov 23, 2016
Submitted on Mar 30, 2017
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